100% success rate for prison job scheme
Of the 11 participants taking part in the pilot scheme, six are all now in employment following their release. The remaining five awaiting release have all secured jobs.

Single parents increasingly struggling with debt
StepChange debt charity said that although just one in 14 UK households is headed by single parents, they now represent almost 20% of its clients seeking help with debt.Scottish Legal Aid Board:Short Film
This animation highlights the importance of legal aid in ensuring access to justice for all.

The Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance: manifesto for independent advocacy in Scotland
The Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance believes that, in order to create a Scotland that is equal and fair, we need to uphold the rights of marginalised people.

The Scottish Government:Race Equality framework for Scotland
This document shows how the Scottish Government aims to advance race equality, tackle racism and address the barriers that prevent people from minority ethnic communities from realising their potential.Clan ChildLaw: Children’s Hearings
Suitable for those with some or no experience of the children’s hearings system this course sets out to give an understanding of the system, in order that delegates will be able to better explain to children and families involved in the children’s hearing system what is happening and what to expect. For more information or to book a place please contact: [email protected]
Edinburgh, 21/4/16
Glasgow, 22/4/16
Aberdeen, 29/4/16

Victim Support Scotland:Impact of Crime and Victims & Witnesses (Scot) Act
Following the introduction of the new Victims & Witnesses (Scotland) Act 2014, Victim Support Scotland will be offering an introductory training workshop on the impact of crime and effective ways of working with victims and witnesses of crime.
Glasgow, 28/4/16

Feeling lonely and want to make new friends? Come join the MDM Club for free. Our Club members include people with autism, depression, anxiety, mental illness, blindness, deafness and many other disabilities.

Scottish Women’s Aid:Domestic Abuse and Child Protection
The aim of this seminar is to build a solid understanding of the nature and scope of domestic abuse and its intersections with child protection, providing the delegates with the confidence and knowledge to deal with the issue effectively in their work setting.
10/5/16Enable Scotland:Meet your local politician
The meetings are open to anyone who has a learning disability, and their supporters.
Various locations and dates

SeeMe:Change Network
See Me will award up to £2,000 to support the development of strong partnerships that will create and deliver projects to challenge mental health stigma and discrimination.
Deadline 31/5/16Administrator (18 hours per week, Part-time) £17,544 pro-rata
The SIAA is looking for an enthusiastic, capable person for this part time Administration post.
Closing Date 12/4/16

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